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He said: “We don't need to put these players under any pressure and make a comparison between them. The public have an opinion about Ryan. Steven is a different kind of player but he shows similar desire as his brother in pushing harder to be better for the future.

“The boy is only 17 years old, it's the first time he's played competitively against adults. It won't be easy at the beginning but the quality, style and technique showed. He showed quality, and I'm sure he enjoyed his first night as a player in Fulham's first team.

“It's his first experience and that's it. He's still young, he's going to get stronger and that's it. He must work with only one short step for him. This can mean he can work hard and be ready for important battles.”

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There was a nice moment in the game when, with 10 minutes remaining, Ryan came on as a sub to join his twin on the pitch – but Jokanovic dismissed any romanticism.

He added: “We didn't come here for a testimonial game, we came here to compete, so I am not thinking of it in this way. Steven played pre-season with us and is working hard and he deserved some kind of a chance at the end.

“He's another young player who has a chance to make his debut in senior football. It's the same as Matty O'Riley. It's good news for them, and I encourage them to work harder and see where they arrive in the future.”